Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 500 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.
In all our properties, each maître de maison draws upon his unique experience and passion to share the authentic culture and tastes of his region with every guest.
Magical places and memories of a lifetime: whether it be a romantic weekend or to celebrate the important moments of life such as birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoon or family reunions.
Established in France more than 50 years ago, Relais & Châteaux has become a renowned reference of excellence in the hotel and restaurant world. The Association's mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.
Nestled in a beautiful valley in Banff National Park, the Post Hotel offers a stunning panorama of the Canadian Rockies. Just a few kilometres from famous Lake Louise with its magnificent palette of emerald greens, the hotel’s little log cabins with their red roofs overlook the Pipestone River. This is a mountain living at its finest. The décor is comfy and romantic and spacious suites in pale wood are always stocked with a good supply of logs to warm up your evenings. If your muscles are complaining after a few long ski runs, ice-skating on the lake, snowshoeing to spot the nearby elk, deer or moose; a visit to the hotel’s Temple Mountain spa will surely soothe. For the more adventurous, heliskiing is on offer nearby. Enjoy the award-winning menu based on fresh produce and local game and one of Canada’s largest wine cellars with 25,500 bottles and more than 2,200 labels.
Located on fashionable Robson Square, the Wedgewood is a superb address displaying all the elegance of Old Europe, right in the heart of the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver. The guest rooms and suites provide every modern comfort, alongside antiques and original works of art, while the restaurant, dedicated to Bacchus, serves inventive, epicurean cuisine. The lounge is the epitome of understated luxury, featuring stylish furniture, rich fabrics and original fireplaces. Every member of staff, from the team at the wellness-center to the chef in the restaurant, strives for perfection.
Nestled in a Pacific archipelago, Sonora Resort combines wilderness and luxury in perfect harmony. The wildlife is splendid: eagles perch on towering trees and whales surf the currents. Spend adventurous days observing grizzly bears in their natural habitat, fishing and hiking. For quieter moments, there is a wellness-center that overlooks soothing mineral pools and every room has a picturesque view. Fresh local ingredients are used in the cuisine, which is prepared by accomplished chefs and served before an ocean vista.
The Wickaninnish Inn is situated on a rocky outcrop between the Pacific Ocean, Chesterman Beach, and a forest of giant evergreens. Artists, including the celebrated wood carver Henry Nolla, designed elements of its two buildings, with the aim of blending art, nature and culture. You can even meet local artists at the onsite carving shed. The rooms have fireplaces and picture windows that offer expansive views of the open coastline. After a plant or marine-based spa treatment and a spot of sea-kayaking, you can set off to see whales, sea lions or bears in and around Clayoquot Sound.
Hastings Country House Hotel is situated on the picturesque Salt Spring Island just off of Vancouver Island. The charming waterfront resort lies on nearly nine hectares of lovingly tended gardens, overlooking Ganges Harbour. A magnificent 11th century Sussex-style manor house built by British architect Warren Hastings in 1940, is the heart of the property and a convivial spot for cocktails and dining. Its quaint inglenook fireplace and other authentic British details are embellished with original antiques and the work of local artists. The house has 18 suites and rooms located in the main house or nearby historic outbuildings. Hastings House makes a sensational base for exploring British Columbia’s landscape, while the island itself is a hotspot for artists and locavores. The hotel’s restaurant serves outstanding regional fare made with fresh produce picked from its own gardens.
